Vehicle recall 18V485000 · July 19, 2018
GEM E2, EL and 1 more model
The lower main frame tube may crack which can result in failure of the secondary upper cab frame.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2011-2016 GEM E2, E2L, ELXD, and EL electric vehicles. The lower main frame tube may crack which can result in failure of the secondary upper cab frame.
- Consequence
- If the upper cab frame fails, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional frame brace to the lower frame tubes, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-18-03.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V485000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 19, 2018
- Filed by
- Polaris Industries, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- L-18-03
- Owner notification
- December 18, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,946
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
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